Strategic Planning in Practice Training Course

This training is designed to support individuals who are considering implementing or working on a balanced scorecard initiative.

This instructor-led, live training in France (online or on-site) is designed for professionals at beginner, intermediate, or advanced levels who wish to find, attract, and engage with international candidates.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand cultural differences
• Grasp legal and regulatory aspects
• Apply global employer branding principles
• Gain access to global talent pools and recruitment channels

This instructor-led, live training in France (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level / intermediate-level / advanced-level professionals who wish to identify, attract, and engage with top international talents. 

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Perform proactive sourcing versus reactive recruitment.
• Differentiate between LinkedIn Standard and LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Master Boolean search techniques.
• Sell the opportunity to candidates and partner effectively with hiring managers.

This instructor-led, live training in France (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level / intermediate-level / advanced-level professionals who wish to discover, learn and transform into a today's top leaders; or companies who wish to train their managers to become today's top leaders.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Evaluate their Leadership Style
• Explore the Modern Leadership Prototype
• Examine the Responsibilities of a Leader
• Enhance their Leadership Skills
• Serve as a Role Model

This instructor-led, live training in France (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level / intermediate-level / advanced-level professionals who wish to attract top international candidates with minimal effort.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Go From a Briefing Call to a SAM
• Design Modern and Catchy Job Descriptions
• Apply Employer Branding & EVP Strategies
• Post Single or Multiple Job ADs
• Receive a Tailored Long-List

A strong digital presence is vital for business survival in today's interconnected world.

This instructor-led live training is designed for marketing professionals at all levels who wish to enhance their business's online brand positioning, evaluate brand performance, and manage brand image and reputation through a comprehensive Online Brand Audit.

The combination of various online touch points ultimately influences how target audiences perceive your company and determines whether they decide to engage with your business.

Conducting an online brand audit has become a standard practice for businesses to evaluate and strengthen their brand positioning within a specific market.

Beyond assessing your brand's owned online assets for strengths and weaknesses, this audit examines how your brand is discussed on external channels you do not own to gauge brand perception.

By the end of conducting an online brand audit, you will be equipped to develop a transformative brand marketing strategy that aligns with broader business goals.

Although categorized under 'Brand Management', this course intersects with numerous other organizational disciplines, including customer experience, online user journeys, insight discovery, marketing strategy, and planning.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Evaluate a brand's online presence to identify strengths and weaknesses.
• Uncover a business's online reputation and image.
• Identify and reinforce a brand's positioning within a given market.
• Develop a results-driven brand strategy and an integrated online marketing communication plan.
• Perform a competitive brand analysis and create industry perceptual maps.
• Conduct an SEO audit.
• Learn the latest SEO guidelines in the age of AI.
• Gain valuable insights into how different customer segments perceive a business and its products or services.
• Implement online social listening techniques.
• Utilize AI to streamline and enhance the efficiency of routine brand audits.

Acquire a comprehensive understanding and valuable insights into the significance of investing in corporate social responsibility, philanthropy, and sustainability. The training is delivered through an interactive format and incorporates various case studies.

Effective enterprise IT governance is crucial for aligning technological initiatives with business strategy, ensuring the delivery of value, and managing risk.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for advanced-level IT governance professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in governance frameworks, value delivery, and risk management while preparing for advanced certification.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Apply governance frameworks to align IT with business objectives.
• Optimize value delivery through strategic investment and benefit realization.
• Evaluate and mitigate enterprise risks, including emerging risks.
• Develop strategies for IT resource optimization and sourcing decisions.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Numerous exercises and practice sessions.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Customization Options

• To request customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Audience

Designed for analysts and forecasters aiming to implement or enhance forecasting techniques applicable to sales, economics, technology, supply chain management, and demand or supply forecasting.

Description

This course leads participants through a range of methodologies, frameworks, and algorithms essential for making predictions based on historical data.

It employs standard tools such as Microsoft Excel and open-source programs, particularly the R project.

The principles taught in this course are versatile and can be applied using various software packages (e.g., SAS, SPSS, Statistica, MINITAB, and others).

This instructor-led, live training in France (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level financial analysts who wish to learn how to use OneStream for financial analysis, reporting, and data-driven decision-making, and prepare for relevant OneStream certifications.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core functionalities of OneStream XF.
• Navigate the OneStream interface and workspace.
• Load, transform, and validate financial data.
• Build and analyze financial reports and dashboards.
• Use OneStream’s workflow automation features for financial planning and consolidation.
• Prepare for OneStream certification exams (e.g., OneStream Certified Professional - Financial Modeler (OCP-FM), OneStream Implementation Consultant, etc.).

Overview

This intensive five-day program is designed to help participants enhance their strategic thinking, planning, and management capabilities, including the tactical and operational competencies required for successful execution in high-pressure environments. The curriculum addresses critical topics such as conflict resolution, change management, leadership qualities, and team motivation. Through interactive case studies and industry-specific examples, participants are encouraged to exchange experiences and challenges to develop practical, actionable solutions that can be immediately applied in their professional contexts.

The primary goal of this program is to empower executives with the skills necessary to analyze the business landscape, identify profitable opportunities, and formulate strategies to gain a competitive edge in an increasingly competitive market. Additionally, the program offers insights into leadership best practices and behaviors, strengthening executives' ability to navigate the complexities and uncertainties associated with managing high-performance organizations.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify the primary challenges faced by an organization;
• Explain various approaches to organizational development planning;
• Analyze the current business environment and its influencing factors;
• Assess resources both internal and external to the organization;
• Describe different approaches to managing strategy and its role within the business plan;
• Evaluate alternative development strategies to recommend those best suited to the company's needs;
• Apply a deeper understanding of strategic development plans;
• Objectively discuss the risks, benefits, and costs of implementing a new strategy, including managing team conflict;
• Define approaches to managing identified risks;
• Analyze the potential positive and negative impacts on the organization resulting from the new strategy;
• Design policies, systems, and processes to successfully implement emergent strategic plans;
• Outline the key steps in change management;

Who Should Attend

• Product/Service Managers
• Newly appointed and established Managers and Team Leaders
• Heads of Operations
• Senior Bank Managers
• Human Resource Managers
• Operations Managers
• Marketing Managers

Methodology
The course comprises facilitated workshops supplemented by case studies derived from published real-life examples and practical experience. Attendees will also have opportunities to work in small groups to synthesize ideas and strategies, applying the material to their own organizations or departments. Open forum discussions will serve as a key component of the learning process.

This course is designed for decision-makers who do not primarily aim to perform calculations or analyses themselves, but rather to comprehend them and select appropriate statistical methods for an organization's strategic planning.

For instance, a prospective participant might need to determine the required sample size before deciding whether to launch a product.

If you are looking for a more extensive course covering the fundamentals of statistical thinking, please review our 5-day 'Statistics for Managers' training.

In this instructor-led, live training in France, we guide new managers through the essential concepts of strategic thinking, putting theory into practice through task-based activities based on real-life cases. Participants get a unique opportunity to learn new ways of thinking, implement key concepts to solve problems, reflect on how these principles apply to their own work, and listen to and share their own perspectives with their instructor and class peers.

Intended Audience

Senior executives seeking a deeper understanding of Strategic Management issues and their practical application.

Course Format

The program combines the following methods:

• Facilitated discussions
• Slide presentations
• Case studies and illustrative examples

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Identify the core issues driving successful strategic leadership and their connection to a robust organizational climate.
• Explain various strategic business models and assess their potential impact on their respective organizations.
• Articulate the fundamental concepts behind building high-performing teams and managing change effectively.
• Define and apply key financial metrics to evaluate strategic success.

Audience

This course is tailored for all staff members seeking a broader perspective on their specific roles within the company and how their contributions enhance the organization as a whole.

Course Structure

The program combines the following elements:

• Facilitated group discussions
• Slide-based presentations
• Practical exercises

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

• Define “brand” and identify ways to positively influence it
• Comprehend change management strategies and understand the company’s role within them
• Articulate the key principles that underpin business changes
• Recognize the critical importance of Customer and Stakeholder relationships for business success
• Clarify the financial dimensions of the business and their specific department’s impact
• Determine key negotiation tactics to achieve optimal outcomes for their area of responsibility